Lagos Assembly recommends relocating Makoko residents to Epe

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•The Lagos State House of Assembly made the relocation recommendation on March 11, 2026.
•The relocation targets residents displaced by demolitions in the Makoko community.
•The proposed relocation site is a low-cost housing estate located in Epe, a town in Lagos State.
•The Assembly's recommendation follows recent demolitions in Makoko that left many residents homeless.
•Discussions include addressing housing challenges and providing alternative accommodation for displaced residents.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the Lagos State government implements the relocation plan with adequate infrastructure investment in Epe displaced Makoko residents could receive stable housing and improved living conditions, easing pressure on Lagos urban areas.

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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Demolitions: Makoko residents, activists react to Lagos Assembly’s relocation proposal AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Demolitions: Lagos Assembly wants victims relocated to Epe AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Demolition: Lagos Assembly recommends relocating Makoko residents to Epe AFRICA

The Lagos State House of Assembly has formally recommended relocating residents displaced by demolitions in Makoko to a low-cost housing estate in Epe. This relocation aims to provide housing solutions for those affected by the demolitions and reduce overcrowding in Lagos. The plan raises concerns about the adequacy of infrastructure and support services in Epe for the incoming population.